Jeff Brazier, the proud father of Bobby Brazier, has opened up about his son's heartfelt tribute to his late mother Jade Goody on the latest episode of Strictly. Bobby, who is a model and actor, performed a contemporary dance to the song "This Woman's Work" by Maxwell alongside his partner Dianne Buswell.
A touching performance
The choice of song holds significant meaning for Bobby, as it helped him cope with the loss of his mother at a young age. Jade Goody, a Big Brother legend, tragically passed away from cervical cancer when Bobby was just five years old.
After watching his son's performance, Jeff took to Instagram to express his admiration and gratitude. He commended Bobby for his courage in sharing his grief with the world and for inspiring conversations about loss. Jeff also expressed his unwavering support and respect for both Bobby and his brother.
Gratitude for Bobby's dance partner
Jeff also took the opportunity to praise Bobby's dance partner, Dianne Buswell. He commended her selflessness, resilience, and professionalism in supporting Bobby throughout the competition. Jeff recognized the challenges Dianne faces and admired her strength and positive attitude.
Jeff acknowledged that Bobby's favorite song served as both an outlet for his frustrations and a beautiful tribute to Jade. He also noted that the song perfectly represents Dianne's character and the dedication and talent she brings to the competition.
Astonishing talent
Jeff expressed his joy in watching all the performers and marveled at Bobby's ability to hold his own among such talented dancers. He thanked Dianne for another incredible week and expressed his excitement for future performances.
Appreciating Jeff's kind words, Dianne responded with love hearts and gratitude.
Emotional backstory
Days before his performance, Bobby spoke about the significance of the song on the spin-off program It Takes Two. He explained how the lyrics resonated with him, particularly during his childhood when he struggled to express himself and process his emotions. Bobby shared that the dance tells a story of his personal journey and emotions.
Overwhelming response
During the live show, judges Shirley Ballas and Anton Du Beke were visibly moved by Bobby's performance. They praised him not only for his technical skill but also for the raw emotion he infused into every movement.
In the audience, Jeff and his younger son Freddie were seen with tears in their eyes. Jeff joined the viewers in giving Bobby a standing ovation, expressing his immense pride for his son.
A tribute to Jade
Jeff described Bobby as a walking tribute to his late mother Jade and expressed how proud he and his family are of him. Bobby shared that his mother's passing completely changed his life and he would love to spend a day with her to see where he gets his smile from.
After his performance, when asked what it meant to him, Bobby struggled to find the words and simply expressed his gratitude for the experience. Dianne added that it was an honor to be a part of the performance.
